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Dogwood, Red Osier, American
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The genus Cornus is a member of the Dogwood family
and one that gardeners often look to for ornamental plants.
The species are mostly shrubs or small trees that sport
opposite leaves and usually produce a showy bract that
surrounds the true flower and adds greatly to its effect.
For attractive color in winter, look to the stems of C.
sanguinea or C. sericea.
Redosier Dogwood can be grown
in full sun or partial shade on moist to wet, acid,
well-drained, and cool soil. Keep a mulch around the root system
to encourage vigorous root growth. Dogwood is used as a specimen
of hedge or foundation plant.
Note: Tolerates only
slight alkalinity. Fruit litter is not a problem.
Soil Condition: Acidic, Alkaline,
Clay, Loamy, Neutral, Sandy, Slightly alkaline, Well drained,
Acidic, Alkaline, Slightly alkaline Tolerates flooding,
Tolerates moderate drought
Pests: Twig blight and scale can
cause problems
Diseases: Leaf spot, twig blight,
and canker are problems
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